Parallelism Flashcards
Is the repetition of similar grammatical forms. It is a powerful tool in public speaking and writing. It helps make an idea or argument clear and easy to remember.
Understanding Parallelism:
- Uniformity
- Repetition of chosen words ensuring the similar elements
Parallelism
What’s wrong with this sentence:
The hotel offers luxury suites, gourmet dining, and to organize private events.
Change: “Offer” to “Offers”
Remove: “To”
What’s wrong with this sentence:
The responsibilities of the front desk include answering phone calls, greeting guests, and to assist with booking.
Change: “assist” to “assisting”
Remove: “To”
What’s wrong with this sentence:
During orientation, new employees are trained in handling guest complaints, maintaining a professional demeanor, and how to process check-ins efficiently.
Change: “process” to “processing”
What’s wrong with this sentence:
Our spa packages allows guests to enjoy massage therapy, sauna relaxation, and aroma theraphy session.
Remove: the second “therapy” as it shows redundancy
What’s wrong with this sentence:
The catering service specializes in creating customized menus, providing excellent service, and to coordinate with events planner.
Change: “coordinate” to “coordinating”
Remove: “To”